Ipswich Family YMCA Run For The Pies

Run for the Pies Run: Join The Tradition!

Thursday, November 26, 2026 | 1.2 Mile Race Starts: 8:00 AM | 2.8 Mile Race Starts: 8:20 AM

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Run for a Reason: Your Support Makes the Difference

• Mission: The Y is dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to our programming and services, from life-saving swim safety to youth development and childcare.
• Community Impact: Your registration supports this essential mission, ensuring we can continue to help those in our community who need the Y most.
• Strengthening Foundations: By participating, you’re not just running a race—you’re strengthening the foundation of the Ipswich community.
• Join Us: This family-friendly course brings the community together for a great cause, celebrating our neighbors and running for a life-changing mission.

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Go the Extra Mile: Our Fundraising Levels

• Starting Line: Raise a total of $0.00. Simply registering already supports our cause!
• Gravy: Raise a total of $50.00.
• Whole Pie: Raise a total of $100.00.
• Turkey: Raise a total of $250.00 or more to become one of our top champions!

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Race Day Details

• 1.2 Mile Race Start Time: 8:10 AM
• 2.8 Mile Race Start Time: 8:20 AM
• Location: Ipswich Town Hall, Green Street, Ipswich, MA
• Course Details: This course is stroller and dog friendly (well-behaved, leashed dogs only).

Refund Policy: All sales are final, no refunds will be offered.

Timing: Please Note: This run is not timed.

Run Map: Just follow the turkey!

Parking: Free parking at the Ipswich Town Hall and the nearby MBTA Commuter Rail lot.

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Registration & Bib Pick-up

• Online Deadline: Closes Wednesday, Nov 26th at 5:00 PM.
• Early Pick-up: Ipswich Family YMCA (110 County Road). Tuesday 12–6 PM, Wednesday 12–5 PM.
• Race Day: 7:00–8:00 AM at the Town Hall lot. Cash, credit, and checks accepted.

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Course & Pricing

We offer two fun-filled, untimed courses for all ages!

Event	Start Time	Race Fee (Until Nov 24th)	Late Fee (Starting Nov 25th)
1.2 Mile Fun Run (Kids & Families)	8:00 AM	$3.00	$5.00
2.8 Mile Run (Main Course)	8:20 AM	$5.00	$10.00

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Prizes: Run for a Piece of the Pie!

• Adult Finishers: Every 10th runner receives a large Russell Orchards apple pie.
• Fun Run Finishers: Every child receives a 4" Table Talk pie.

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Quick Links & Resources

• Discover Ipswich: Your guide to the local business community: find the best places to shop, dine, and stay in the region.
• Cape Ann & Ipswich Chamber: Visit Here
• Visit Ipswich: Visit Here
• YMCA Member Resources: Our Y welcomes ALL. YMCA of the Northshore

Proceeds of the race directly support:

• Ipswich Family YMCA Financial Assistance Program.
• Local food pantries: The Open Door, ACCORD Food Pantries.

We can't wait to see you at the starting line!